Dt: consumer complained about a transmission problem. When accelerating onto the highway it will not shift from 3rd gear to 4th gear. The dealer said it could not be fixed until the problem became worse. The consumer could hear grumbling and growling noises and it was getting worse. The transmission sounded like it was not sure of what gear it was suppose to be in.
The worst 2004 Sprinter 2500 problems
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- Transmission1
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- Transmission1
Recalls 3
Equipment adaptive/mobility
- What is wrong
- Daimler buses is recalling 465 my 2004-2008 sprinter 2500 and 3500 buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
- Risk
- A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
- Remedy
- Daimler buses is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1‑800‑322‑2884 or daimler buses at 1‑905‑403‑7807.
Recall number 08V387000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Sportsmobile is recalling 6 my 2003-2006 2500 sprinter van class b regular body and extended body recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- Risk
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Sportsmobile will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. The recall began on april 10, 2008. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1‑888‑446‑5157 or sportsmobile at 1‑512‑835‑4409.
Recall number 08V173000 · Recall details
Tires: valve
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks distributed by dodge or freightliner and equipped with a tire valve, tr600, on 16" tires, the valve can develop cracks within the rubber part or between the metal part and the rubber part of the valve stem.
- Risk
- Such cracking may lead to a loss of air pressure at the valve stem, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the tire valves on all sprinter vehicles. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 04V600000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Sprinter 2500 53
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Emissions Recall T21 Reprogram Engine Control Unit
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the...
- Check engine light on and fault codes P3005A9, P3005FF, P30074B in CDI Control Unit
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard...
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to...
- Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision...
- Noise on propeller shaft/rear axle from approx
- Engine running complaints
What 2004 Sprinter 2500 owners say
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Is the 2004 Sprinter 2500 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Sprinter 2500, fewer than a typical 2500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Sprinter 2500?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2004 Sprinter 2500 have?
3 recalls, covering equipment adaptive/mobility, equipment and tires.
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